Crockpot Pulled Pork

Ingredients

• 14 oz can tomato sauce
• 3/4 can applesauce, unsweetened
• 3 Tbsp maple syrup or honey
• 1 Tbsp garlic powder
• 1/2 Tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tsp liquid smoke
• 3 Tbsp whole wheat flour
• 2 -2.5 lb pork loin roast

Directions

• In a large crockpot, add all ingredients except pork and flour, and whisk to combine.
• Place pork roast in a slow cooker and spoon sauce over it. The meat won't be covered completely. Cover and cook on high for 3.5 - 4 hourse or on low for 5 -6 hours.
• Remove meat from slow cooker and shred with 2 forks.
• Add flour to the slow cooker and whisk to combine. Return meat to slow cooker. Stir to combine. Cover and cook for another 15-20 minutes.
• Serve warm, on a whole wheat bun with your favorite toppings or on a bed of brown rice/quinoa.